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Be in the know! United States Postal Service postage increases go into effect next week. Here's what you need to know: https://lnkd.in/e2pNUx7S #postagerateincreases #printmarketing #directmarketing #postage

How about a helpful holiday reminder? As we enter the holiday season, there are some important USPS dates to remember. Whether you're mailing your family Christmas cards or a time critical direct-marketing campaign, I hope this reminder helps. USPS Releases Recommended Deadlines for Holiday Mail and Packages   The Postal Service has recommended deadlines for the holiday mailing and shipping season. The suggestions, released Tuesday, Oct. 8, are for expected delivery by Dec. 25. Here are the deadlines for items being sent to addresses in the lower 48 states: • Wednesday, Dec. 18: USPS Ground Advantage • Wednesday, Dec. 18: First-Class Mail, including greeting cards • Thursday, Dec. 19: Priority Mail • Saturday, Dec. 21: Priority Mail Express Here are the deadlines for items being sent to addresses in Alaska and Hawaii: • Monday, Dec. 16: USPS Ground Advantage • Wednesday, Dec. 18: First-Class Mail • Thursday, Dec. 19: Priority Mail • Friday, Dec. 20: Priority Mail Express Customers sending packages internationally, or to military addresses, can access the complete list of recommended mailing and shipping dates at usps.com. Tips on preparing shipments, including packaging guidelines, ordering free shipping supplies and information on local Post Office location hours, can be found at about.usps.com.

Each year, the United States Postal Service introduces programs that encourage innovative approaches to direct mail. These promotions offer opportunities to elevate campaigns with tactile finishes, interactive technologies, and digital integrations. But figuring out how to use them effectively can be a challenge. That’s why we sat down with our Postal Affairs Specialist, Suzi Oswald, to create a Q&A blog that breaks it all down. Suzi explains how to navigate these promotions and take your direct mail to the next level. 💡 Check out the blog to learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q033FnZK0

Tip number 5 is optimising for postal specifications! Want to keep costs down this Christmas? 🎁 Follow these postal guidelines for maximum efficiency: 📏 Dimensions: Under 240 x 165mm 📦 Thickness: Less than 5mm ⚖️ Weight: 100g or under By sticking to these specs, you’ll save on postage and ensure your direct mail is cost-effective and impactful. We’ll help you optimise your campaign every step of the way. #marketingbudget #directmailstrategy

🚨 Act Now to Save on Postage Costs Before Prices Increase! 🚨 This is a heads-up that Royal Mail is increasing its prices on July 1st. But there's still time to lock in current rates by booking your print and mailing campaigns for June. 💰 Save on costs before the hike 📈 Ensure a cost-effective mailing strategy ⏰ Don't miss this chance to maximise your ROI At Send DM, we're here to help you navigate these changes and keep your campaigns efficient. Let's chat about how we can assist you in meeting your deadlines stress-free. Arrange a call with us today! #PostageSavings #CostEffective #MailingCampaigns #SendDM #BusinessEfficiency

The number 1 thing you can do to make marketing for your business FINALLY pay off is: to craft an RSO. A Rock Solid Offer. 🪨🪨 Check out my blog post https://wix.to/XgOrNUi #marketing #advertising #sales

Many customers are immediately focused on the 'How much?' question when approaching agencies. Here's a brilliant way one agency handles pricing conversations: They display this pricelist at their office entrance:

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The 2025 Guidebook “Promotions & Incentive Programs for First-Class® & USPS Marketing Mail®” is approved and available to help your business discover the many ways to capitalize on USPS promotions and next-level technologies to gain additional postal discounts and improve mail operations. Take a moment to peruse their 2025 calendar: https://loom.ly/G0p0WLw #USPS #PostalDiscounts #USPSPromotion

When you have a key promotional period coming up it is important to direct as much awareness as you can towards the sale to your existing customer base. they are the most likely to engage and will absolutely spend more than a new customer. This is why it comes as no surprise that Paperplanes were responsible for 10% of total web orders for a high-end furnishing brand as part of their most recent promo period. The results generated outlined just how impactful Paperplanes can be versus spend in social/display/SMS even email! If you want to make the most out of a channel that keeps on giving you need to give data-driven direct mail the Paperplanes way a try. Trust us, you won't regret the decision #inflight #data #Paperplanes #directmail #email